Pick one meal/snack a day to focus on the spoon. By only working once a day, your toddler, as well as you, will be less likely to get overwhelmed. Have them hold a spoon while you use another. This will help your child practice holding the utensil while you model how to use it. By doing this, you are also setting an expectation that the spoon is for mealtimes. 

Start by modeling the behavior yourself. Show your child how to use the spoon in a fun and playful way. 

Offer your baby small bites of food on the spoon. If they try to grab it from the spoon, gently place it back on the spoon. 

Offer food that is easily scoopable like dry Cheerios. They may try putting the cereal on and off the spoon with fingers while learning. 

Try sticky food like oatmeal, yogurt, or apple sauce and "dip" the spoon in to make it easier, focusing on the spoon going to the mouth.

Praise your baby when they successfully use the spoon and make it a positive experience. 

Don't be afraid to let your baby get messy with the food. This helps them to learn the motions of scooping and spooning. 

Be patient and consistent. It may take some time for your baby to learn to use the spoon. 

Give your baby plenty of time to practice with the spoon. 

Offer your baby a variety of spoons to use. Different shapes and sizes can help them learn the different motions and techniques.

Try offering the spoon during play routines such as digging in sand outside, moving pom poms from one cup to another in the high chair, or pushing items around.